*As of Aug 10, 9 AM local time.*
Sweltering Conditions Set In
Richardson is bracing for another intense day of heat and humidity this morning. The current air temperature stands at 81 degrees, but the heavy moisture in the air makes it feel significantly warmer, with a feels-like reading of 87 degrees. The dew point is sitting at a sticky 77 degrees, contributing to a relative humidity of 89%.
While the sky remains clear and winds are currently light at 5 mph with gusts up to 17 mph, the oppressive nature of the air is already palpable.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service indicates that today will be sunny with a high near 100 degrees. As the sun climbs higher, heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104 degrees. South winds will pick up slightly, blowing between 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight, skies will remain clear with a low around 80 degrees. However, temperatures may rise to approximately 82 degrees during the overnight hours. The heat index could still hit 101 degrees as south winds increase to around 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow brings similar conditions, with sunny skies and a high near 99 degrees. Heat index values are projected to climb to 103 degrees. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 81 degrees and heat index values up to 101 degrees.